Automation Engineering Technician (2nd Shift)

Control And Instrumentation EngineerYou will design, maintain and improve control and instrumentation systems for manufacturing equipment. You will work closely with production, maintenance, automation and engineering teams. We value hands-on problem solving, clear communication and a focus on safety and quality.

This role offers technical growth, exposure to modern manufacturing systems, and the chance to support work that helps get ahead of disease together.Responsibilities include:Provide daily on the floor production support to value stream areas experiencing engineering/automation or instrumentation and controls equipment issues or failure.Work with maintenance, engineering and production staff in developing and implementing a variety of equipment improvements, primarily in the areas of OEE, reliability engineering, safety, or process and/or quality improvements.Work with maintenance staff in continuously evaluating corrective, preventative and predictive maintenance strategies on production equipment and systems by participation in continuous improvement projects.Develop technical documentation including e-pips, Change Control Request, technical specifications, training documents, etc as directed by maintenance supervisor.Provide mentoring and support to maintenance staff as required.Support capability development of engineering techs (ET) by participating in skills assessments and training sessions.Basic Qualification:Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent experience in controls, instrumentation, electrical or related field.3+ years hands-on experience with industrial control systems, including PLC programming.Experience with instrumentation, sensors, actuators and control loop tuning.Experience supporting commissioning, start-up or validation activities in a regulated environment.Experience using maintenance or enterprise systems (for example SAP) to document work and parts.Preferred Qualification:Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline.Technical expertise in P&ID nomenclature, instrumentation and electrical wiring diagrams.Proficient in SAP (work orders, history, maintenance plans).Good knowledge of cGMPs, and experience in an FDA regulated environment.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Experience within Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil/Structural, Instrumentation & Controls.Technical knowledge of this the technology and ability to problem solve.Works well on team, flexibility, time management, task prioritization, Strong communication skills, self-motivated.Ability to learn quickly, think creatively and apply new skills given rapid change in technology.Knowledge of Industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, BACnet, OPC UC, etc.)Experience w/ Software(s): Kepware, Wireshark, Patch Manger, Service Now, Panorama, Tenable.IO, VM Ware, ESXi Host Manag. and familiar w/ Nutanix or other hyperconverged environments.Experience administering Windows Active Directory, Network Services (IP, DHCP, DNS and WINS), group management.Experience with serialization systems; experience with MES solutions; experience with laboratory automation; experience with databases.Experience working in a regulated / GMP environment.Experience working onsite with local teams and remotely with global teams.Knowledge of Industrial Cybersecurity Standards.Available for On-Call as required.About the Zebulon Site:GSK's Zebulon site is a global supplier of Respiratory and Solid Dose medicines to patients around the globe and the largest GSK Pharmaceutical secondary manufacturing site in North America. The site is located less than 30 minutes from downtown Raleigh, Wendell, Knightdale, Rocky Mount, Wilson, and Wake Forest.Key differentiators about GSK and Zebulon:Our commitment to inclusion is seen as a critical advantage of ours.Our focus on cultivating a positive work environment that cares for our employees.Demonstrated opportunities for continued career growth driven by individual ambition.Leaders that care about their teams and growth of both individuals and the company.A priority which focuses on Safety and Quality.Clean and GMP compliant work environment.Onsite cafeteria.Onsite gym.Temperature-controlled climate.Licensed, onsite Health & Wellness clinic.What we value:We put safety, quality and inclusion first.

We support learning through coaching and training. We look for people who bring practical skills, curiosity and a willingness to learn. If you want hands-on technical work, career growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.